Advocates for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities, and their families, so that they can live, learn, work and play in their own communities. Provides a wide spectrum of community-based direct services structured to meet individual needs. Day programs include training in self-help skills, social development, behavior management, and communication, as well as recreational activities. Residential programs facilitate training and small group living arrangements in the least restrictive environment. Residences range from intermediate care facilities for the mentally retarded and developmentally disabled, which are designed to support clients with multiple disabilities, to apartment complexes that provide the opportunity for maximum independence. Also advocates in the legislature for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and the programs and services they need...